The way that every girls night ends:

This weekend trip was all about laying around at the hotel, eating food and spending as much time as possible laughing and talking with my college bffs.

Room service is a very very good thing.

I am used to getting up early on Saturday mornings to run so sleeping in until 9 (Brookers even knew that we were on vacation and slept in), eating breakfast and going straight to the pool felt really good.

While at the pool there was a lady dressed up as a mermaid swimming around the pool. Oh Vegas.

Driving somewhere to get lunch would have taken way too much effort so chicken fingers were ordered to the room, at least we had celery and carrots with them.

While at the hotel we threw this gorgeous pregnant girl of ours a very classy baby shower. Streamers, balloons, presents and candy…we have got to stop being so fancy.

We decided that two meals in the hotel was probably enough so we hit up Delmonico for dinner. All rolls should glisten with butter.

Our reservation wasn’t until a little later and so when our food came out Brooke had fallen asleep in her carseat on the other side of me and I still feel bad that she missed out on the deliciousness that we had.

Ribye and my homies that make me laugh so hard my stomach hurts.

Au gratin potatoes, creamed corn and cheesy grits. The creamed corn was by far the best.

Jazz

Hey- Do you have some tips for getting Brooke sleeping while away from home? We’re taking a vacation soon and I’m terrified ours won’t sleep! Then again if she falls asleep in a restaurant I guess you might not have the same problem, hah!

No big plans, baby b day party this aft after church.

Bronwyn

Sorry to hijack but We just took a holiday with our 8 month old and I took the sheets from her cot to use in the portacot so it smelled like home and then tried to keep to the same bedtime routine as much as possible if we could… (Story, song etc…) as well as making sure she had her cuddly. Also tried to have one nap a day in the prtacot and the other could be on the move…. My main advice would just be to try and not worry too much! The sleep won’t be as great as it is at home but it won’t necessarily be terrible either :) she settled back into her normal routine within a day or so when we got home. Hope that helps!

That food looks delicious, and I LOVE chicken fingers. I woke up early today (surprise, surprise) so I’m reading blogs until my friend wakes up, then we are going to the museum of play and running around!

So happy for you and your weekend of fun! And I agree, room service is the best!

Today?
1. I was going to run this morning but woke up to a thunderstorm. So instead I am watching it.
2. I am working on our mountain bikes to go for a trail ride tomorrow.
3. Exploring a new park trail system on foot today.
4. Trying to type this as a cat sits on my lap between me and my laptop massaging my belly with his claws and paws.
5. Laundry. Oh so much laundry.

Who doesn’t love jumping on beds at hotels!!!!!
5 things on a Sunday is hard!!!!…but let’s see
1.church, 2.working on my blog, 3.getting some papers ready for school next week, 4. hopefully setting up our new computer, hmmmmm…let’s see
5. looking foe some new yummy recipes!!!
Way to relax on vacation!!!! Good for you!

Phish food is my favorite Ben and Jerry’s flavor. Your trip sounds so relaxing and so you! This trip to Vegas has all the most important things- food, friends, hotels, and pools. It’s like an upscale sleepover party! After my long run today I am laying on the couch and not moving for the rest of the day. And I’m totally okay with that.

My little ones love jumping on beds too! We just did our weekend away last weekend & there was a ton of ordering in, eating out, chillin’ at the pool and of course, jumping on the bed! ;) My 5 things today: 1) long run 2) church 3) reading with my kiddos 4) grading papers 5) lesson planning [does 3-5 prove that I’m a teacher?]

Wow what a fun getaway! You and Brooke totally deserve it!
So today I’m working for a few hours, doing a brick workout, buying new running shoes, eating ice cream and having a Sunday Funday date! (Which includes the stop at the running store and the ice cream, obvs :-))

Amanda L

Enjoy the rest of your trip! 5 things:
1. Going to church.
2. Driving to College Station to celebrate my sisters birthday.
3. Going on a walk with the family.
4. RELAXING!
5. Enjoying a maple bacon cupcake from sprinkles!

I ran the longest run of my life so far yesterday so I hope I’m not doing 5 things today!
I have to work so I will be spending most of the day behind a desk in a chair I believe. I work at a gym so I may bring up the balance ball to strengthen my shins a bit!

Erica

Hotels really are the best. I have to bounce on the beds even at my age.
1. Bike ride
2. Buy a tree for our front yard.
3. Watch Chris plant it while I eat candy and drink DMD.
4. Read
5. Try a new recipe for dinner.

Janae….you are an inspiration to me (a novice blogger) and I have nominated you for the Shine On Award. Check it out at http://www.indyroo.blogspot.ca. Keep on blogging and being the fantastic person that you are!!!

– 11 mile country -dirt road bike ride
– Farmers Market in St. Paul
– Breakfast at our favorite place all homemade foods
– Celebrate my 45 th birthday with the family
– Blogging, Internet news catch up and recovering from the weekend at the lake

LC

Sounds like a blast! Brooke is beyond adorable! Glad you’re holding up, I know this time is beyond difficult for you but you have no idea how much I appreciate your positive attitude. Reminds me that we all go through hell, but life goes on and there are still great things to come. Keep smiling :)

Michelle

. Janae I just love reading your blog.
1. We are having a Back to School Party tomorrow with Bingo.
2. I made chocolate peanut butter fingers for the party. Don’t they remind you of Elementary?
3. I talk about you to friends and family.
4. Sunday nights are always spent at Grandma’s
5. My sister is learning how to drive…wish you were able to be her driving coach. She is a little sassy sometimes.
Have a great rest of your trip!

Dominique

I was just in Vegas for the first time last week! I don’t know the full layout of the city, but we stayed in the Paris hotel and while you are on vacation, take your friends to the Paris and *go to the crepe place* on the ground floor. You will not regret it! They have savory crepes and dessert crepes, and between me and my two girl friends, we split two crepes one day for lunch and they were awesome! A little pricey but totally worth it. We had the nutella crepe (which judging by the food you posted, I think you’ll love) and the fresh berry crepe! Let me know if you make it over there! <3

(And be careful if you do any of your runs outdoors…the strip can be a dangerous place in the early morning.)

What a fun trip!
5 things about my day today all surround around traveling from up state New York back to Denver. My GOODNESS that’s a LONG day of travel. But so worth it to be home with the furry family and boy! :)

It’s now Monday by the time I’m replying but today:
1. I’m headed to the beach
2. Going to run 10miles once I get there
3. Hanging out in the sand and surf with friends
4. Going fishing
5. Taking a nap in the summer sun
Looks like you’re having a blast in Vegas! Enjoy the rest of the holiday weekend :-)